Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to MoMA, The Museum of Must-Have Apparel. I am your guide, Lei. Let's get Van Goghing.

On the left, note the colorful collection of Owens & Co. Straight ahead, the ever-changing exhibit of The Human Imagination. But today, turn your attention to the right for an exciting, contemporary up-and-comer – La Muse.

At 8:58 this morning, the doors opened to reveal an artistic display of luxurious fabrics, edgy metal work, and handcrafted pieces never before seen in the islands.

Matisse yourself with couture swimwear and cover ups such as the sleek, modern Shan out of Canada, playful, feminine looks from Denmark's Hanne Bloch (a former Missoni designer), and vibrant, embellished bikinis by Italy's Emamo and Masquenada. Sneak a Picasso at quirky, draped shirts by Love Nail Tree and adorable bunnies and dolls handmade in Israel.

And we guarantee you'll want to Gaugain and again to see the jewelry including full-finger armor rings, edgy Bj by Jules nail rings, Zina Kao's hand-formed brushed silver, Sibilia's patinaed copper, and delicate chain-and-bead necklaces.

Please look and feel free to touch everything. If you finish before the rest of the group, La Muse creator Julia Chu suggests sitting down with a book and enjoying the French music. Or if you're suddenly inspired to create, Chu (who designs everything from bags to leather jackets) can alter any look with Swarovski crystals. She even plans to welcome musicians and other artists soon.

So you have nothing Toulouse.

And every reason to Dali.

La Muse is located at 1156 Nuuanu Ave., (808) 536-0818. It is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday by appointment.

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Lei Chic Editor Natalie Schack has been a cultural anthropology student, museum worker bee and dabbler in graphic design. When she isn’t scouting new fashion, compiling to-do lists or crafting puns, Natalie spends her free time dreaming up elaborate picnic ideas; “researching” via YouTube tutorials, blogs and Instagram; and dusting off her pith helmet for the next adventure life throws her way.